Pulse Journal
Everything you need before, during and after you race
Guides to every race on the calendar and articles on health, nutrition, rest and travel, written so you reach the start line with everything sorted.
Race guides
Dates, formats, course, getting there and packs for every Spartan and DEKA on the calendar.
DEKA Tenerife 202621 and 22 November 2026 · TenerifeSee the guide →
Spartan Tenerife 202628 and 29 November 2026 · Puerto de la CruzSee the guide →
DEKA Torremolinos 202727 and 28 February 2027 · TorremolinosSee the guide →
DEKA Toledo 20276 and 7 March 2027 · ToledoSee the guide →
DEKA Barcelona Primavera 202720 and 21 March 2027 · BarcelonaSee the guide →
DEKA Valencia 20273 and 4 April 2027 · ValenciaSee the guide →
Getting started
What each race is, which format to pick and how to prepare for your first one.
First SpartanYour first Spartan Race: which format to pick, what the course is like, what to wear and bring on the day, and how a Pulse pack sorts out everything else.Read →
What is DEKAWhat DEKA is, how its 10 zones work and how DEKA FIT, DEKA MILE, DEKA STRONG and Teams differ. Find out which to start with and where to race DEKA in Spain.Read →
Health
What to check before you race so you reach the start line with peace of mind.
Heart checkWhat the Cardisio heart check involves, how the resting test works and why to do it before a Spartan or DEKA. A few minutes, no effort, report in Pulse.Read →
Sports medical check-upWhat a sports medical check-up usually involves, who should think about one and when, and how it differs from a quick screening. Always talk to your doctor.Read →
Nutrition
What to eat before, during and after an obstacle race or a DEKA.
Rest and recovery
Sleeping well the night before and recovering after: the part of training nobody sees.
